Lagniappe Tours, the travel arm of the Foundation for Historical Louisiana, is now taking reservations for its annual Mardi Gras trip to New Orleans. Luxury motorcoaches will depart at 6:45 a.m. from the Mall of Louisiana parking lot, Macy's end. Sit back, relax and arrive at reserved seating in the grandstands at Lafayette Square for the Zulu and Rex parades. Following the parades, enjoy a bountiful buffet at Le Pavillon Hotel, then return to Baton Rouge at 7:00 p.m. Space is limited! Go to www.fhl.org for more information.